SB219

Revise the law governing oil and gas wells

Final Passage·6/3/26

Ohio SB219 revises oil and gas well regulations, including permit fees, reporting, and well plugging procedures.

Ohio SB219 amends the law governing oil and gas wells, including permit fees, reporting, and well plugging procedures. It sets specific permit fees based on township population and requires quarterly reports on orphaned well efforts. The bill also mandates that landowners notify the division of oil and gas resources management of discovered wells and allows for reimbursement for plugging costs. It establishes a matrix for prioritizing well plugging and requires landowners to obtain liability insurance for wells.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 33–0 · Jun 3
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

0
14
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

33 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 18

9:00 AM

House Natural Resources 2nd Hearing, Opponent/Interested Party Testimony

Feb 18

9:00 AM

House Natural Resources 1st Hearing, Sponsor/Proponent Testimony

History

Jun 12

Sent To The Governor

Jun 10

Senate

Concurred in House amendments

Jun 3

House

Reported - Substitute: Natural Resources